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Support for Editing Video Submissions

MS Teams online +1 more

As the smartphone cameras continue to evolve and produce large-size video files, often to the dismay of students trying to upload an assignment onto COTROnline through Kaltura’s Media Gallery. This […]

Digital Accessibility QnA: Reflections and Suggestions

MS Teams online

In this session, we’ll reaffirm the importance of accessibility, emphasizing that it’s not an additional task but an essential component of our work. We'll review the accessibility standards and guidelines we've discussed and explore how they can be seamlessly integrated into our practices. This is your opportunity to reflect on your experiences with inclusion, share […]

Digital Accessibility Series: Improving Accessibility on Course Pages on Moodle (COTROnline)

MS Teams online

After the first four sessions, you'll have a solid understanding of the fundamental aspects of creating an accessible digital environment. This includes using semantic headings, ensuring high color contrast, improving readability, making non-text elements accessible, utilizing adaptive technologies, and converting documents to accessible formats. In this fifth session, we will focus on implementing these accessibility practices […]

Digital Accessibility Series: Designing Accessible Slide deck

MS Teams online

We often share PowerPoint slides—frequently relying on visual elements—with our audience as resource. However, not everyone can see or interpret these visuals. In this session, you will learn how to […]

Gradebook Drop-In

KC 110C +1 more

This drop-in session supports Gradebook review and troubleshooting as well as applying best practices for both instructor and student engagement with the Gradebook. The session is both in-person in KC110C […]

Using the UDL Template for your Course

MS Teams online

This session will go through the rationale of the UDL template to support instructors in adopting key accessibility and universal design elements into their COTROnline Course Pages. Universal Design for Learning (UDL) emphasizes learner agency that is purposeful, reflective, resourceful and strategic. It focuses on how we can provide multiple means of Engagement, Representation, and […]

Digital Accessibility Series: Creating Accessible Documents (.doc, .docx, and .pdfs)

MS Teams online

Learn how to ensure documents are accessible across various platforms. This session will cover best practices for formatting and structuring Microsoft Word documents, Google Docs, and PDFs. Key topics include using accessibility checkers, applying styles to create headings, inserting a table of contents, and utilizing structural elements to enhance document accessibility. By the end of […]

Event Series Collecting Mid-Semester Feedback

Collecting Mid-Semester Feedback

Cranbrook Campus, Flexible Learning Lab (KC131) +1 more

Mid-semester is an excellent time to collect feedback from students on the course structure, their experiences and learning. Part I (Oct 4) of this two-part workshop will present the why, what, and how of collecting mid-semester feedback from students. Participants will be enabled and encouraged to collect mid-term feedback from their students following the workshop. […]